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Alcohol
Caution
The effect of taking both alcohol and Defza 1 mg Tablet 6's may lead to bleeding & ulcers in the stomach. Doctors' consultation is recommended.
Pregnancy
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Not recommended in pregnant females.Defza 1 mg Tablet 6's crosses the placenta and doses equivalent to >40 mg prednisolone daily increase the risk of fetal and neonatal damage.
Breast Feeding
Caution
No adverse effect is reported yet it is advised to have doctors' consultation by breastfeeding mothers.
Driving
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A patient may experience muscle weakness/feeling tired. Do not drive and do not use tools or machines while using this drug.
Liver
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If you've ever had hepatitis B or if you are a carrier of hepatitis B, using Defza 1 mg Tablet 6's can cause this virus to become active or get worse. You may need frequent liver function tests. If you need surgery, tell the surgeon ahead of time that you are using Defza 1 mg Tablet 6's.
Kidney
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Before using Defza 1 mg Tablet 6's by a kidney patient it is recommended to have a doctors consultation. It may affect the kidney in a few cases.
Children
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Defza 1 mg Tablet 6's is not recommended for children below 5 years of age. Children between 5-10 years of age should consult a doctor before using Defza 1 mg Tablet 6's.
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About Defza 1 mg Tablet 6's
Defza 1 mg Tablet 6's belongs to the class of medication called steroid primarily used to treat Duchene muscular dystrophy in adults and children above 2 years of age. Autoimmune disease is a health disorder in which the immune system doesn't work normally & is unable to distinguish between a foreign cell & a native cell. This condition results in an immune system that starts to attack native cells & organs, leading to medical problems like Duchenne muscular dystrophy, psoriasis & arthritis, etc.
Defza 1 mg Tablet 6's is an immunosuppressive drug that works by binding to immune system cells and turns off the switches (receptors) that lead to their abnormal functioning or damaging effects. After taking the drug Defza 1 mg Tablet 6's binds to immune cells, resulting in the inhibition of inflammation & autoimmune diseases that occur due to the production of chemicals called cytokines responsible for inflammation. Thus, a Defza 1 mg Tablet 6's class of drugs is beneficial in autoimmune diseases and inflammation that causes harm in various organs, especially in joints in arthritis & skin psoriasis. Defza 1 mg Tablet 6's make organ transplantation possible & treats muscle disorders like Duchenne muscular dystrophy.
Defza 1 mg Tablet 6's is available in both oral tablet and suspension dosage forms. The tablet form of Defza 1 mg Tablet 6's can be taken with or without food and swallowed whole with a water glass. Do not crush, chew or break it. The liquid form of Defza 1 mg Tablet 6's can be taken as advised by your doctor with a measuring cup. Your doctor will recommend how often you take Defza 1 mg Tablet 6's based on your medical condition. Some people may experience nausea, chest pain, vomiting, drowsiness, headache, dizziness, skin rash, tremor, nervousness, diarrhoea and fast heartbeats. Most of these side effects of Defza 1 mg Tablet 6's do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor. Do not quit taking deflazacort without consulting your physician. Symptoms such as loss of appetite, a disturbed stomach, vomiting, drowsiness, confusion, headache, fever, joint and muscle pain, peeling skin, and weight loss may be caused by stopping the medication suddenly.
Before starting Defza 1 mg Tablet 6's, please inform your doctor that you are allergic (hypersensitive) to Defza 1 mg Tablet 6's. Extra care is to be taken when a patient has an already existing infection being treated (systemic infection) or has recently had some live virus vaccines. Doctors' consultation is required as Defza 1 mg Tablet 6's is not safe to use during pregnancy.
Uses of Defza 1 mg Tablet 6's
Medicinal Benefits
Defza 1 mg Tablet 6's is beneficial in inflammatory diseases, including asthma, arthritis, and allergies. It is used in the treatment of Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD). It raises the amount of glucocorticoid in the body. It works by reducing the formation of inflammatory substances and suppressing immunity to prevent self-damage caused by the immune system (auto-immune reactions occurring in organ transplants, autoimmune diseases, or cancer). Defza 1 mg Tablet 6's is a steroid that interacts with overactive immune cells and slows their activity and decreases the damaging effects they cause in the body.
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Side Effects of Defza 1 mg Tablet 6's
Most of the side effects of Defza 1 mg Tablet 6's do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor. Common side effects include upper respiratory tract infection, excessive abdominal fat, runny or stuffy nose, skin redness, irritability, abdominal discomfort or pain, irregular behaviour, fever, back pain, acne, nausea, restlessness, nosebleeds and stretch marks.
Drug Warnings
Patients with a history of tuberculosis (TB), heart disease or heart failure stomach disorders (gastritis, peptic ulcer), diabetes (including family history), osteoporosis (bone disease), myasthenia gravis (muscle weakness), depression, mental distress, history of muscular problems caused by corticosteroids, kidney & liver dysfunction (including hepatic insufficiency and cirrhosis), should consult a doctor before using Defza 1 mg Tablet 6's. This medicine is not recommended for children less than 5 years of age, lactating mothers and pregnant women. Avoid going near people who are sick or infected while using Defza 1 mg Tablet 6's. Before taking Defza 1 mg Tablet 6's for at least, 4-6 weeks do not take any live vaccine as it may cause severe allergic reactions.
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A patient needs to take extra care of hygiene & stay away from places/people believed to be a cause of infection as this drug affects a patient's immune system & thus proper care is to be taken.